URC Vietnam Subsidiary Becomes One Of Top Sustainable Enterprises

Universal Robina Corp. (URC), a Gokongwei-led food and beverage company, said its Vietnam subsidiary was included in the country’s top sustainable enterprises for a fourth consecutive year for its efforts to mitigate climate change.

The company said URC Vietnam was recognized in the Top 100 Sustainable Development Enterprises in Vietnam, compiled by the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) under the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

“This recognition highlights URC Vietnam’s ongoing commitment to socio-economic growth and bringing the best to its consumers and the community,” URC Vietnam business unit general manager Jai Gamboa said.

“This is an acknowledgment of the dedication of all our personnel for the firm to complete the screening requirements and establish a sustainable and strong business,” he added.

URC Vietnam started two decades ago with a moderate trading operation until its expansion. Currently, it has five factories across Vietnam: three in Binh Duong, one in Quang Ngai, and one in Hanoi.

Its products include C2 green tea, energy drink Rong Do, Cream-O and Magic biscuits, Dynamite candies, Jack ‘n Jill Puff Corn, and Chikki snacks.

URC Vietnam made it to the list after meeting the thorough screening criteria of Vietnam’s Corporate Sustainability Index, which evaluates companies in the areas of economy, environment, and society.

It was also among the 33 organizations that were given awards by the President of the Binh Duong People Committee for supporting children in Binh Duong province in 2022.

“URC’s Vietnam subsidiary is at the forefront of URC’s ongoing sustainability efforts. In 2019, it co-founded the Packaging Recycling Organization, PRO Vietnam, a voluntary not-for-profit initiative to improve packaging collection and recycling practices,” URC said.

“Overall, the company’s goals include significantly reducing energy and water usage in manufacturing, promoting responsible sourcing of key ingredients, and achieving plastic neutrality. URC is carrying out sustainability strategies in six focus areas – People and Communities, Climate Action, Water, Product, Packaging, and Sourcing,” URC added.

Source: Inquirer.net